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Virginia Falls, Glacier National Park

4.9
#8 of 24 in Nature in Glacier National Park
Must see · Waterfall · Nature / Park
One of the most impressive waterfalls in Glacier National Park, Virginia Falls plunges from the height of 15 m (50 ft) against the side of a multi-tiered cliff. Passing several other chutes along the way, the scenic hike to the falls is an attraction in its own right. Half way through you'll come across the photogenic St. Mary Falls, cascading into bluish green pools. Once you tackle the last steepest section of the trail leading to the base of the main falls, you'll be able to feel the blast of refreshingly cold spray that will cool you down even on the hottest summer day. Watch your step on the slippery rocks. Plan to visit Virginia Falls and other customer-reviewed, writer-recommended Glacier National Park attractions using our Glacier National Park trip itinerary site.
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  • By Quest802761
    This was my absolute favorite hike. We were suppose to do it a week ago, but the parking lot was full. We parked in the larger parking lot that day. We saw Baring Falls and then walked to the...  more »
  • By PandaHouston
    We were originally going to park at the St Mary Falls small lot to visit both St Mary and Virginia Falls. But because we could not find a parking spot, we drove to the large parking lot at Sunpoint.....  more »
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  • By Peter Disbury
    Nice hike up to the falls with smaller ones along the way. Get there early due to being a high trafficed area. Fabulous.
  • By Arvind Dhiman
    Nice and big waterfall located at St Marry Falls Trail.
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